Salary: £30,000-£42,000 p.a. + Company Vehicle + Credit Card + Expense Card
Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Derby

Overview:

A dynamic and forward-thinking technical team is seeking a skilled and ambitious Technical Development Engineer to help drive innovation, efficiency, and growth across inspection, calibration, and repair operations. This is a high-impact role with real influence—offering the opportunity to work directly with Directors, lead technical improvements, and play a vital part in expanding service capabilities. Ideal for someone with a passion for process optimisation, mentoring technical staff, and staying ahead of industry trends.

Responsibilities:

• Support the Managing Director, Technical Director, Production Manager, and Lab Supervisors
• Ensure all laboratory equipment is maintained, calibrated, and fully documented with training support
• Research and develop business cases for new equipment to expand calibration capabilities
• Improve processes and procedures to enhance accuracy and efficiency
• Lead and mentor technical staff including supervisors, technicians, and apprentices
• Expand in-house calibration services to reduce reliance on subcontractors
• Ensure compliance with ISO 17025:2017 and maintain all associated documentation
• Conduct on-site customer surveys and provide expert technical advice
• Create procedures, certificate templates, and records for new equipment types
• Assist with technical audits, risk assessments, and RAMS documentation
• Provide accurate technical input for marketing, sales, and customer communications
• Assist with quoting and pricing calibration and inspection services

Requirements:

• Proven experience in inspection, calibration, or repair of instruments and measuring devices
• Relevant technical qualifications
• Strong understanding of technical data, with a methodical and detail-focused mindset
• Ability to create and implement procedures and train others effectively
• Commercial awareness and cost-effective approach to decision-making
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Proactive, self-motivated, and able to lead and inspire a team
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities
• Flexible, enthusiastic, and passionate about technical development

Benefits:

• Company vehicle
• Company credit card and expense card
• Opportunity to work closely with Directors and shape the direction of the business
• Clear progression and development opportunities
• Involvement in strategic planning and technical innovation
• A supportive, knowledgeable team with a collaborative culture
• Full training provided on internal systems and equipment
• A varied and rewarding role with real scope for influence and growth